50 Questions
What tool can be used to shrink or enlarge both the box and the picture at the same time?
Free transform tool
Which option in the 'frame fitting' choices would be ideal if you want the content to fit the frame?
Fit content to frame
What is the shortcut to keep resizing proportionally using the free transform tool?
Shift key
Which key combination can be used to resize both the box and the picture while keeping proportions?
Ctrl + Shift
What feature can help you center a picture horizontally on a page?
Smart guides
How far down from the top of the page does the speaker want the picture to be placed?
3.25 inches down
What is the most suitable measurement system to use for avoiding small type poster layouts in InDesign?
Inches
Why is it recommended to have a quarter-inch gutter between two columns in InDesign?
To prevent readers from getting confused while reading across columns
What does unchecking 'Facing Pages' setting in InDesign allow you to do?
Create individual pages instead of spreads
Why should the top and bottom margins be one inch in the InDesign setup process?
To maintain consistency in spacing
What does the 'Grid' help create in InDesign documents?
Consistency from page to page
Which workspace option can be changed in InDesign to customize the interface?
'Essentials' interface
What should be considered when deciding between a vertical or horizontal layout for a project in InDesign?
Personal preference
What does the 'Properties' panel in InDesign provide access to?
'Character Styles'
What should be checked or unchecked to control margin settings individually in InDesign?
'Link Margins'
'Gutter' refers to the space between which elements in an InDesign document?
'Columns'
What is the primary purpose of Adobe InDesign?
To create multi-page documents
What does the speaker mention about Adobe Illustrator in comparison to Adobe InDesign?
Illustrator deals with multiple pages more elegantly
Where can all the videos and additional content from the class be found?
In the 317 YouTube channel
What file format does the text mention as being used in Adobe InDesign?
What is a significant requirement when working with elements in Adobe InDesign?
Elements must be within a box
What application is mentioned as necessary to open files for full interactivity in Adobe InDesign?
Adobe Acrobat Reader
What does the speaker say about accessing class materials after graduation?
Can be found on YouTube 317 channel
'Text wrap' is associated with which aspect of design software as per the text?
Positioning text around images
What type of writing is expected for the bio on page 2 of the InDesign document?
Descriptive writing
What aspect of students' writing will be evaluated by the professor?
Grammar, spelling, and typos
What is an important requirement when evaluating the self-evaluation for projects?
Adherence to word count limits
What is the purpose of understanding how image links work in InDesign?
To establish a dynamic link between images and the file
What is the significance of setting up columns and margins in InDesign?
Affects the overall layout of the document
What is a key focus when styling text in InDesign?
Applying font styles and formatting
Why is it important to watch videos on exporting movies from Premiere Pro?
To understand the process of exporting videos at smaller sizes
What is one reason students should write well in their documents?
To enhance user experience through engaging content
Which part of student documents will the professor NOT evaluate on perfection?
'Hitting it out of the park' creatively
What is the purpose of the 'pages' window in InDesign?
To navigate through different pages in the document
How can you change the gutter size on a specific page in InDesign?
By accessing the 'margins and columns' option under 'layout'
What happens when you double click on a page in InDesign?
It turns the page blue for easy identification
What is the purpose of the 'layers' window in InDesign?
To navigate through different layers of the document
Which section allows you to access the gutter size settings in InDesign?
'Layout Margins and Columns'
What does the blue color indicate when a page is double-clicked in InDesign?
The page is being edited
How can you apply changes to multiple pages simultaneously in InDesign?
Using 'Master Pages'
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By accessing margins and columns option under layout
What does turning a page blue indicate when double-clicked in InDesign?
The page is being edited
What is the correct term used in InDesign for a container that holds content like type or picture?
Frame
How does cropping a picture in InDesign compare to Illustrator?
In InDesign, cropping is done by moving the frame separately from the image.
How can you access just the picture within a frame in InDesign?
Click on a circle that appears in the middle of the image.
What happens if you link the width and height when resizing a picture in InDesign?
Both width and height change together to maintain proportion.
Which tool is used to move objects in real-time in InDesign?
Black arrow tool
What color outlines a frame in InDesign?
Blue
How do you differentiate between moving a frame and moving a picture within a frame in InDesign?
By the color of the outline (blue for frame, brown for picture)
What is the advantage of using frames in InDesign for handling content?
Frames keep content linked to external files.
Study Notes
Setting Up InDesign Document
- To create a new document in InDesign, click on the "Create New" button and then select the "Print" tab.
- Choose the "Letter" size icon to set up a letter-sized page (8.5 x 11 inches).
- Set the measurement system to "Inches" to avoid creating small layouts.
Page Settings
- Uncheck "Facing Pages" to have individual pages instead of a spread.
- Set the number of pages to 5.
- Set the start page to 1.
Columns and Margins
- Set up two columns with a gutter of 0.25 inches between them.
- Set the top margin to 1 inch, bottom margin to 1 inch, and left and right margins to 1.5 inches.
- Uncheck the "Link" option to control margins separately.
Using the Grid
- Use the grid to create an underlying structure for consistency from page to page.
- The grid includes wide margins on the left and right, fairly wide margins on the top and bottom, and two columns in the middle with a gutter between them.
Image Placement
- Use the "Frame Fitting" option to center the content in the window or fit the frame to the content.
- Hold the Shift key to keep the image in proportion while resizing.
- Hold the Command or Control and Shift keys to resize the image proportionally.
Using Smart Guides
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Use Smart Guides to center the image horizontally in the page.
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Use guides to place the image at a specific distance from the top of the page (3.25 inches down).### Indesign Basics
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The instructor will be covering the basics of Indesign, a compiling program that takes pieces from other applications and puts them together into a cohesive whole.
Project Requirements
- Students need to write a bio (50-100 words) on page 2, which is where the table of contents is.
- Students need to write a self-evaluation for each of the three projects (50-100 words each).
- The instructor will be evaluating the writing, grammar, and communication skills.
Indesign Tutorials
- The instructor will be providing demos on how to use Indesign, including creating a new document, setting up columns and margins, styling text, and cropping images.
- There are also video tutorials available for further learning.
Indesign Interface
- The Indesign interface includes the following windows:
- Pages window: shows all the pages in the document and allows for easy navigation.
- Layers window: not necessary for the current project.
- The tools are located in the upper left corner of the screen, and can be toggled between one and two columns.
Creating a New Document
- To create a new document, go to the File menu and select "New" and then "Document".
- The instructor will be using a simpler layout for the demo, which includes a cover page, table of contents, and project pages.
Working with Frames and Images
- In Indesign, everything (type or picture) is in a frame (or box) that exists independently from the content.
- To place an image, go to the File menu and select "Place", then navigate to the image and click to release it.
- The black arrow tool is used to move the frame and image independently.
- To resize an image, select the frame and use the handles to resize, or use the Transform area in the Properties window.
Cropping Images
- Cropping is easy in Indesign: just grab the frame and resize it to crop the image.
- To move the picture within the frame, use the white arrow tool or click on the circle in the middle of the frame.
Transforming Objects
- To transform an object (e.g. resize an image), use the Transform area in the Properties window.
- Linking the width and height ensures that the object remains proportional when resized.
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